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SHERIFF’S SALE
PARISH OF JACKSON
STATE OF LOUISIANA
TRAINA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
vs 37954
SHEDRICK GREEN III
By virtue of a Writ of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Honorable Second Judicial District Court, Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana, and to me directed, I have seized and taken into my possession and will offer for sale for cash at the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office, Jonesboro, Louisiana, on Wednesday, the 18TH day of March. 2026. Between the hours governing judicial sales, the following property, to wit:
LOT 36, UNIT 10, BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SUBDIVISION, JONESBORO, LA 71251
Seized as the property of the above-named defendant and will be sold to satisfy said Writ and all cost, sale to be made for cash WITHOUT the benefit of appraisal.
BRENT BARNETT, SHERIFF
EX-OFFICIO AUCTIONEER
02/04/26
03/11/26
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Jackson Parish Library
Job Description
Tier: Level IV
Title: Bookmobile/Outreach Coordinator
Reports to: Level V to VIII
Supervises: Level I to III
Experience: High School Diploma or GED and 6 years of job-related experience.
Pay Rate/Hour: $12.00 – $15.00
Pay Rate/Annual: $22,880.00 – $31,200.00
Full Time
Duties:
• Maintain the bookmobile by daily inspection to ensure the vehicle is in good working order; check tires, fuel, oil, generator, etc., and report any problems to the supervisor; keep the inside of the vehicle clean and tidy.
• Maintain organized records of bookmobile maintenance and inspections.
• Schedule regular maintenance, and/or repair and cleaning of the outside as needed.
• Drive the Bookmobile to scheduled stops, appointments, maintenance/repair sites, special events, etc.
• Plan, prep, and facilitate Bookmobile and Outreach programs.
• Assist with in-house circulation and reference duties when needed.
• Assist with Summer Reading and other Programming planning, coordinate with Supervisors, Youth Librarians, and Programming Librarians.
• Supervise and train staff as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
This position will cross-train with other positions as deemed necessary by management.
Requirements:
• 18 yrs. of age or older.
• Maintain a Chauffeur’s License; able and willing to drive bookmobile.
• Successful completion of a two-month probationary period.
• Able to repeatedly lift 15-25 lbs.
• Be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Good knowledge of basic library methods, techniques, and procedures.
• Some knowledge of reader interest levels.
• Good ability to maintain library records and carry out library procedures.
• Considerable ability to understand and follow written and oral directions.
• Considerable ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public and to
conduct oneself with tact and courtesy.
• Demonstrated ability to perform essential job duties.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
The Library offers benefits, including an excellent retirement plan, vacation, sick leave, and health insurance. Employees may advance to higher positions according to their abilities, qualifications, and based on the needs of the library.
Applications and resumes may be submitted by mail or in person at the Main Branch in Jonesboro, located at:
614 South Polk Avenue
Jonesboro, La 71251
or by email to mainbranch@jacksonparishlib.org
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so designated.
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Jackson Parish Library
Job Description
Tier: Level III
Title: Bookmobile/Outreach Specialist
Reports to: Level IV to VIII
Supervises: None
Experience: High School Diploma or GED and 2 to 3 years of job-related experience.
Pay Rate/Hour: $8.00 – $12.00
Pay Rate/Annual: $16,640.00 – $ 22,880.00
Full Time
Duties:
Maintain the bookmobile by daily inspection to ensure the vehicle is in good working order; check tires, fuel, oil, generator, etc., and report any problems to the supervisor; keep the inside of the vehicle clean and tidy.
Maintain organized records of bookmobile maintenance and inspections.
Schedule regular maintenance and/or repair and cleaning of the outside as needed.
Drive the Bookmobile to scheduled stops, appointments, maintenance/repair sites, special events, etc.
Assist with Bookmobile and Outreach programs.
Assist with in-house circulation and reference duties when needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
This position will cross-train with other positions as deemed necessary by management.
Requirements:
18 yrs. of age or older.
Maintain a Chauffeur’s License; able and willing to drive a bookmobile.
Successful completion of a two-month probationary period.
Able to repeatedly lift 15-25 lbs.
Be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Good knowledge of basic library methods, techniques and procedures.
Some knowledge of reader interest levels.
Good ability to maintain library records and carry out library procedures.
Considerable ability to understand and follow written and oral directions.
Considerable ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public and to conduct oneself
with tact and courtesy.
Demonstrated ability to perform essential job duties.
Ability to work under minimal supervision.
The Library offers benefits, including an excellent retirement plan, vacation, sick leave, and health insurance. Employees may advance to higher positions according to their abilities, qualifications, and based on the needs of the library.
Applications and resumes may be submitted by mail or in person at the Main Branch in Jonesboro, located at:
614 South Polk Avenue
Jonesboro, La 71251
or by email to mainbranch@jacksonparishlib.org
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so designated.
Business Services
BUSINESS SERVICES
BUSINESS SERVICES
PUBLIC NOTICE
Jackson Parish School Board Meeting Minutes
February 2, 2026
The Jackson Parish School Board met in a regular scheduled meeting at 11:00 a.m. on February 2, 2026 at Jackson Parish School Board, 315 Pershing Highway, Jonesboro, Louisiana.
The following were present for roll call: Mary Saulters, Rick Barlow, Paulette Belton, Gerry Mims and Wade McBride
Absent: Calvin Waggoner, Dennis Clary
Rick Barlow gave the Invocation.
Wade McBride led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The meeting was called to order by Mary Saulters.
A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried to approve the minutes from the Regular Scheduled meetings held on January 2, 2026.
A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried to add the following item to the agenda as 4A & 4B:
Consider accepting low quote of $11,818.61 from Dodson Enterprises, Inc. for removal and replacement of Quitman High School Softball Bleacher cover, to be paid from General Fund due to damage during winter storm.
A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried to approve accepting low quote of $11,818l.61 from Dodson Enterprises, Inc. for removal and replacement of Quitman High School Softball Bleacher cover, to be paid from General Fund due to damage during winter storm.
The School Board recognized the following:
• Audrey Lee – 5th Grade Student of the Year
• Amelia Staggs – 8th Grade Student of the Year
• Destiny Smith – 12th Grade Student of the Year
• Brittany Goss – New Teacher of the Year
• Holly Dodson – Elementary Teacher of the Year
• Shelby Chandler – Middle School Teacher of the Year
• Alberta Foster – High School Teacher of the Year
• Craig McBride – Support Staff of the Year
• Jessica Shultz – Health Professional of the Year
• David Huckaby – Principal of the Year
The 2025 CLU’s for Board Members were reviewed:
• Gerry Mims – 26.75
• Paulette Belton – 29.25
• Calvin Waggoner – 1
• Rick Barlow – 9.75
• Mary Saulters – 16.25
• Wade McBride – 17.25
• Dennis Clary – 19.25
School Board Member Training Resolution
WHEREAS, each member of a city and parish school board shall receive a minimum of six hours of training and instruction, as required by ACT 705 of the 2011 Louisiana Legislature; and
WHEREAS, this training and instruction shall consist of school laws of this state, laws governing the powers, duties, and responsibilities of city and parish school boards, educational trends, research and policy; and
WHEREAS, such instruction may be received from an institution of higher education in this state, from instruction sponsored by the State Department of Education, or by an in-service training program conducted by a city or parish school board central office or the Louisiana School Boards Association, or training provided at the national level; and
WHEREAS, each member of a city and parish board shall receive one hour of ethics training, per year, of their tenure as board member;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that it become public record that Gerry Mims,
Mary Saulters, Paulette Belton, Rick Barlow, Wade McBride and Dennis Clary, members of the Jackson Parish School Board, have successfully received and exceeded the six hours of required training as mandated by the Legislature of Louisiana and all board members have fulfilled the mandate of one hour of ethics training for the year 2026.
CERTIFICATE
I, the undersigned Superintendent of Jackson Parish Schools, do hereby certify that the above and foregoing is a true copy of a resolution adopted at its regular School Board meeting on February 2, 2026
William Carter
Superintendent
Jackson Parish Schools
The School Board recognized Emily Smith, ELA Coordinator, who provided information on DIBELS (Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills)
A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried to approve adopting a resolution ordering and calling an election to be held on June 27, 2026 in Consolidated School District 1 of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana, to authorize the continuation and rededication of a special tax therein, making application to the State Board Commission, and providing for other matters in connection therewith.
The following resolution was offered by Gerry Mims and seconded by Paulette Belton:
RESOLUTION
A resolution ordering and calling a special election to be held in the Consolidated School District No. 1 of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana, to authorize the continuation and rededication of a special tax therein, making application to the State Bond Commission, and providing for other matters in connection therewith.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Parish School Board of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana (the “Governing Authority”), acting as the governing authority of the Consolidated School District No. 1 of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana (the “District”), that:
SECTION 1. Election Call. Subject to the approval of the State Bond Commission, and under the authority conferred by the Constitution of the State of Louisiana of 1974, including Article VIII, Section 13(C) Third thereof, the applicable provisions of the Louisiana Election Code, and other constitutional and statutory authority, a special election is hereby called and ordered to be held in the District on SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026, between the hours of seven o’clock (7:00) a.m. and eight o’clock (8:00) p.m., in accordance with the provisions of La. R.S. 18:541, and at the said election there shall be submitted to all registered voters qualified and entitled to vote at the said election under the Constitution and laws of this State and the Constitution of the United States, the following proposition, to-wit:
PROPOSITION
(MILLAGE CONTINUATION & REDEDICATION)
Shall the Consolidated School District No. 1 of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana (the “District”), continue to levy and collect an ad valorem tax of 5.98 mills on all the property subject to taxation within the District (an estimated $1,168,000 reasonably expected at this time to be collected from the levy of the tax for an entire year), for a period of 10 years, beginning with the year 2027 and ending with the year 2036, for the purpose of giving additional support to the public school system in the District, said millage to represent a .52 mills increase (due to reappraisal) over the 5.46 mills tax authorized to be levied through the year 2026 pursuant to an election held on April 9, 2016?
SECTION 2. Publication of Notice of Election. A Notice of Special Election shall be published in the official journal of the District once a week for four consecutive weeks, with the first publication to be made not less than forty-five (45) days nor more than ninety (90) days prior to the date of the election, which Notice shall be substantially in the form attached hereto as “Exhibit A” and incorporated herein by reference the same as if it were set forth herein in full.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, prior to the publication of the Notice of Election, the President of the Governing Authority is authorized and directed to make any amendments to the foregoing proposition that may be required to comply with any state or federal regulatory agencies.
SECTION 3. Canvass. This Governing Authority shall meet at its regular meeting place, the Jackson Parish School Board Office, 315 Pershing Hwy., Jonesboro, Louisiana, on MONDAY, JULY 6, 2026, at 11:00 A.M., and shall then and there in open and public session proceed to examine and canvass the returns and declare the results of the said special election.
SECTION 4. Polling Places. The polling places for the precincts in the Parish are hereby designated as the polling places at which to hold the said election, and the Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners, respectively, will be the same persons as those designated in accordance with law.
SECTION 5. Election Commissioners; Voting Machines. The officers designated to serve as Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners pursuant to Section 4 hereof, or such substitutes therefor as may be selected and designated in accordance with La. R.S. 18:1287, shall hold the said special election as herein provided, and shall make due returns of said election for the meeting of the Governing Authority to be held as provided in Section 3 hereof. All registered voters in the District will be entitled to vote at the special election, and voting machines shall be used.
SECTION 6. Authorization of Officers. The Secretary of the Governing Authority is hereby empowered, authorized and directed to arrange for and to furnish to said election officers in ample time for the holding of said election, the necessary equipment, forms and other paraphernalia essential to the proper holding of said election and the President and/or Secretary of the Governing Authority are further authorized, empowered and directed to take any and all further action required by State and/or Federal law to arrange for the election.
SECTION 7. Furnishing Election Call to Election Officials. Certified copies of this resolution shall be forwarded to the Secretary of State, the Clerk of Court and Ex-Officio Parish Custodian of Voting Machines of Jackson Parish and the Registrar of Voters of Jackson Parish, as notification of the special election, in order that each may prepare for said election and perform their respective functions as required by law.
SECTION 8. Application to State Bond Commission. Application is made to the State Bond Commission for consent and authority to hold the special election as herein provided, and in the event said election carries for further consent and authority to continue to levy and collect the special tax provided for therein. A certified copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to the State Bond Commission on behalf of this Governing Authority, together with a letter requesting the prompt consideration and approval of this application.
SECTION 9. Employment of Counsel. This Governing Authority finds and determines that a real necessity exists for the employment of special counsel on matters related to the special election, and accordingly, Foley & Judell, L.L.P., is hereby employed as special counsel for said purpose for a term not exceeding one (1) year from the date of this resolution. The fee to be paid said special counsel shall be an amount computed at hourly rate based on the Attorney General’s then current Maximum Hourly Fee Schedule, not to exceed $2,000 in the aggregate, together with reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses, and payment for the work herein specified is hereby approved without further action of this Governing Authority as and when invoices are presented. The scope of this legal representation does not involve federal claims.
This resolution having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows:
YEAS: Mary Saulters, Rick Barlow, Paulette Belton, Wade McBride and Gerry Mims
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Dennis Clary, Calvin Waggoner
And the resolution was declared adopted on this, the 2nd day of February, 2026.
/signature /signature
Secretary President
EXHIBIT “A”
NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION
Pursuant to the provisions of a resolution adopted by the Parish School Board of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana (the “Governing Authority”), acting as the governing authority of the Consolidated School District No. 1 of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana (the “District”), on February 2, 2026, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special election will be held within the District on SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026, and that at the said election there will be submitted to all registered voters in the District qualified and entitled to vote at the said election under the Constitution and Laws of the State of Louisiana and the Constitution of the United States, the following proposition, to-wit:
PROPOSITION
(MILLAGE CONTINUATION & REDEDICATION)
Shall the Consolidated School District No. 1 of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana (the “District”), continue to levy and collect an ad valorem tax of 5.98 mills on all the property subject to taxation within the District (an estimated $1,168,000 reasonably expected at this time to be collected from the levy of the tax for an entire year), for a period of 10 years, beginning with the year 2027 and ending with the year 2036, for the purpose of giving additional support to the public school system in the District, said millage to represent a .52 mills increase (due to reappraisal) over the 5.46 mills tax authorized to be levied through the year 2026 pursuant to an election held on April 9, 2016?
The said special election will be held at each and every polling place in the Parish, which polls will open at seven o’clock (7:00) a.m. and close at eight o’clock (8:00) p.m., in accordance with the provisions of La. R.S. 18:541.
The polling places at the precincts in the Parish are hereby designated as the polling places at which to hold the said election, and the Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners, respectively, shall be those persons designated according to law.
The estimated cost of this election as determined by the Secretary of State based upon the provisions of Chapter 8-A of Title 18 and actual costs of similar elections is $39,000.
Notice is further given that a portion of the monies collected from the tax described in the Proposition shall be remitted to certain state and statewide retirement systems in the manner required by law.
The said special election will be held in accordance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 5 and Chapter 6-A of Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority, and the officers appointed to hold the said election, as provided in this Notice of Special Election, or such substitutes therefor as may be selected and designated in accordance with La. R.S. 18:1287, will make due returns thereof to said Governing Authority, and NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the Governing Authority will meet at its regular meeting place, the Jackson Parish School Board Office, 315 Pershing Hwy., Jonesboro, Louisiana, on MONDAY, JULY 6, 2026, at 11:00 A.M., and shall then and there in open and public session proceed to examine and canvass the returns and declare the results of the said special election. All registered voters of the District are entitled to vote at said special election and voting machines will be used.
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF JACKSON
I, the undersigned Secretary of the Parish School Board of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana (the “Governing Authority”), acting as the governing authority of the Consolidated School District No. 1 of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana (the “District”), do hereby certify that the foregoing pages constitute a true and correct copy of the proceedings taken by the Governing Authority on February 2, 2026, ordering and calling a special election to be held in the Consolidated School District No. 1 of the Parish of Jackson, State of Louisiana, to authorize the continuation and rededication of a special tax therein, making application to the State Bond Commission, and providing other matters in connection therewith.
IN FAITH WHEREOF, witness my official signature at Jonesboro, Louisiana, on this, the 2nd day of February, 2026.
/signature
_________________________________
Secretary
Rick Barlow reported to the Board on the meeting of the Executive Finance Committee held prior to the Board meeting.
A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried to approve for payment the following bills: General Fund, Federal Program, School Food Service, Sales Tax, Special Education and District Maintenance bills.
The School Board recognized Kristina Sage from Kolder, Slaven & Company, LLC who presented the audit report.
A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried to approve changing the SLT stipend for Principals and Teachers to match the BESE Effectiveness Ratings as follows: Exemplary & Highly Effective (5.00 – 3.50) – $300.00, Proficient (3.49-2.5) $150.00, to be paid from General Fund.
A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Gerry Mims and
carried declaring as surplus the following items:
• (1) 2000 International School Bus, VIN 1HVBBABPXYH287793
• (1) 2002 International School Bus, VIN 1HVBBABM72H512264
• (1) 2001 Mercury Sable (VIN-1MEFM55S71A611904
These items will be auctioned, recycled or sold.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving payment to Zoho Corporation in the amount of $11,601.00 for Manage Engine Endpoint (Annual Subscription fee for 1,000 endpoints) and User License, to be paid from General Fund. This is Network Management Software for District.
A motion was made by Wade McBride, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried rescinding the following motion made on October 6, 2025:
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving payment to United Automation in the amount of $10,864.04 for the installation of a wall mount reader and door integration kit at Weston High School, to be paid from the 2025-2026 LCSS School Safety Grant.
A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Wade McBride and carried to approve payment to Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Co. in the amount of $20,714.40 for Amira Student and Teacher Suite License for Grades K-6 at all schools, to be paid from Direct Student Services fund. (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Co. is a Sole Source provider)
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried accepting low bid of $387,092.21 from Uniti Fiber for E-Rate Category 2 – FY 2026-2030, funded with E-Rate at 90% discount and 10% to be paid from General Fund.
A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Paulette Belton and carried granting Superintendent Carter permission to enter into a five (5) year contract with Uniti for WAN and Internet Service at a cost of $118,490.00, funded with E-Rate at 90% discount and 10% to be paid from the General Fund.
A motion was made by Paulette Belton, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried to approve a reimbursement to District funds from LCSS School Safety Grant in the amount of $2,611.00 for additional fencing at Weston High School, pending the approval of the modified LCSS budget.
A motion was made by Rick Barlow, seconded by Wade McBride and carried approving payment to Jackson Parish Recreation Department in the amount of $16,000 for the purchase of a 2020 Ford F150 VIN # 1FTEW1C53LKE09880 to be used by the Maintenance Department, to be paid from Parish Wide District funds.
Kristi Bass, Business Manager presented the Financial Report.
Gerry Mims reported to the Board on the meeting of the Policy Committee held prior to the Board meeting.
A motion was made by Gerry Mims, seconded by Rick Barlow and carried approving the following policy revisions:
• EE – Child Nutrition Program Management
• JGB – School Wellness
A motion was made by Rick Barlow, seconded by Gerry Mims and carried to adjourn at 11:40 a.m..
PUBLIC NOTICE
Jackson Parish Library Board Regular Meeting Minutes
January 20, 2026
The Jackson Parish Library Board of Control met on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at the Jonesboro branch of the Jackson Parish Library for the regular scheduled quarterly board meeting. The meeting was called to order by Carol Massey, Board President.
Members present: Paula Essmeier, Judy Cooper, Lisa Nunn, Ann Standley, Vickie Jenkins, Robin Tew, and Carol Massey.
Also present was Floyd Knox, Judy Robertson, and Angela Walsworth.
Members absent: Lewis Chatham
Mrs. Standley led the invocation.
There being no public comments, the Board proceeded with the proposed agenda.
Mrs. Standley made the motion to adopt the minutes for the November 7, 2025 Board meeting. Mrs. Jenkins seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
Mrs. Jenkins made the motion to accept the 4th quarter financial reports. Mrs. Standley seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
Mrs. Cooper made the motion to accept the October, November, December, and 2025 statistical reports. Mrs. Nunn seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
The President opened the floor for nominations of officers of the 2026 Jackson Parish Library Board of Control.
Mrs. Cooper made the motion to nominate Carol Massey as President. No other nominations were made. Mrs. Standley seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
Mrs. Nunn made the motion to nominate Ann Standley to be Vice President. No other nominations were made. Mrs. Essmeier seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
Mrs. Standley made the motion to nominate Paula Essmeier as Treasurer. No other nominations were made. Mrs. Tew seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
Mrs. Standley made the motion to nominate Judy Cooper as Trail Blazer representative. No other nominations were made. Mrs. Jenkins seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
Mrs. Essmeier made the motion to set the 2026 Library Board meeting dates, time, and location as follows: quarterly meetings on the 3rd Monday of the month or the day after if a holiday (April 20, July 20, October 19 for 2026 and January 19, 2027) at 4:30 p.m. at the main branch in Jonesboro. Mrs. Jenkins seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
Mrs. Jenkins made the motion to adopt the 2026 holiday schedule as presented. Mrs. Cooper seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
Mrs. Essmeier made the motion to accept Uniti Fiber’s 36 month bid to provide internet access (2026-2027 ERATE Proposals). Mrs. Standley seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
Mrs. Standley made the motion to allow the director to hire a full time Bookmobile/Outreach Specialist and full time Bookmobile/Outreach Coordinator. Mrs. Nunn seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
Mrs. Cooper made the motion to adjourn the meeting. Mrs. Standley seconded. All yes. Motion carried.
Mrs. Carol Massey, Board President
Mr. Floyd Knox, Secretary